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Podcast: Fine Homebuilding Editors Talk With Martin Holladay
Fine Homebuilding editors Justin Fink and Patrick McCombe recently invited GBA editor Martin Holladay to join them for their weekly podcast. The discussion ranged from heat-pump efficiency at high altitudes,…
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Learning to Co-Exist With Wildfires
This post originally appeared at Ensia.
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The Global Boom to Come in New Housing
By the end of this century, the world’s population will have increased by half — that’s another 3.6 billion people. According to the UN, the global population is set to…
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An Introduction to Frugal Happy
Editor's Note: This post is the first in a series by Chris Stratton and Wen Lee, a husband-and-wife team living in the Los Angeles area who are turning their suburban…
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GBA Prime Sneak Peek: Bathroom Design
GBA Prime subscribers have access to many articles that aren't accessible to non-subscribers, including Martin Holladay's weekly blog series, “Musings of an Energy Nerd.” To whet the appetite of non-subscribers,…
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Thermal and Moisture Control Layers
Editor's note: This post originally was published as part of the ProHOME series at Fine Homebuilding magazine. Michael Maines is a Certified Passive House Consultant and residential designer based in…
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A Practical Approach to Passive House
I began my career in architecture nearly 17 years ago after spending many years as a contractor. My background has given me a strong appreciation for and understanding of people…
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GBA Prime Sneak Peek: Plan Ahead for Insulation
GBA Prime subscribers have access to many articles that aren't accessible to non-subscribers, including Martin Holladay's weekly blog series, “Musings of an Energy Nerd.” To whet the appetite of non-subscribers,…
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Leak-Free Skylights
I used to worry every time I installed a skylight. Even with the best installation detailing, I could still expect a storm to hit from just the right direction and…
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Repairing Rotten Trim
If I look hard enough at any house here in New Orleans, I’m sure to see one: a length of casing, fascia or corner board, with a hideous scarf joint…
